Rainbow Donuts Cafe and Deli

This place is very popular for breakfast and the quality of their food is excellent. The venue is…read moregood sized and they offer good prices too. They also make fresh baked goods that are popular to go. I hope to visit shortly.

Pastrami is a fat delivery system. That is the entire point of the cut, the cure, the smoke, and…read morethe steam. Whoever built this sandwich decided fat was a liability, trimmed the brisket down to something you'd find in a hospital cafeteria, and then served it anyway. What arrived was a stack of lean, gray-edged slices with no give and no moisture whatsoever. You could hear it more than taste it. Chewing produced no juice, no render, nothing. It just sat there getting smaller. I am not exaggerating when I say you would need a glass of water on the table to dunk it in, and even then I'm not confident it would go down. Then the rye. Somebody griddled it in butter, which coats the crumb in dairy and flattens the caraway into nothing. Rye for pastrami gets a light toast at most, and that's if it needs anything at all. Butter turns it into a grilled cheese chassis with the cheese removed. On a pastrami sandwich it's a category error. My people spent two thousand years perfecting this sandwich. Somebody in that kitchen reverse-engineered it back into jerky on a sponge. There are delis in New York that would treat this as a personal provocation. I've eaten the correct version of this sandwich. It comes carved by hand, on untoasted rye, with enough fat to shorten a life. That's the deal. You give up a few years and you get something worth eating. What this place serves takes the years and gives nothing back. Two dollars less and it's a bad lunch. At this price it's contempt. The coleslaw does not save it. One star, and that's for the plate.

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Bada - Bagel : Everything Bagel w Lox

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The Melt

If you like melty cheese and grilled cheese, you will LOVE…read more Don't pass this place up if you don't eat cheese. If you are like me and should not have *too* much dairy, heh, they have lemonade ready to grab on the go. The Chicken sandwich and burgers can be ordered without cheese and the portion sizes are BIG. I tasted the macaroni, pickle half and chocolate chip cookie. I can tell the ingredients are all good quality. I gave them five stars for the staff being so kind. Derek took care of everyone like it was his living room and I felt welcome there. Families, business partners, everyone looked comfortable. They have indoor and outdoor seating at this location. Only downside is the ceilings are not insulated so it can get a bit loud in there but overall, I am impressed with how busy it was. That means they are consistent.

The food is so good! The customer service is on point and the place is very clean. I will…read moredefinitely come back again.

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Hot Chicken Alley

4.9(449 reviews)

1.1 mi

This little place is a hidden gem! My wife had gone here with a friend and raved about it, so I…read morewent with her on a weekend and agreed that this place is the bomb. From the outside, the place doesn't look like much, tucked away in a small shopping center. Once inside, there are a plentiful number of tables in the smallish restaurant, which does not feel at all cramped. It is tastefully decorated, and you order at a counter, and they will either call you to get your food or bring it out to you. On the day we were there, the owner was behind the counter and took our order. He asked if we had been there before, and since I had not, he took the time to explain the menu to me. They focus nearly exclusively on chicken tenders, and we opted to share The Three Tenders, which comes with...you guessed it...three chicken tenders (with your choice of heat level), three warmed tortillas, pickles, and alley sauce (the house dipping sauce) on the side. We added sides of French fries and Cole slaw, and the owner gave me a free fountain drink since it was my first time there. So nice! We grabbed a high-top table, and once the food came out, and I bit into the first tender, I knew I was eating the best chicken tenders I have ever eaten. Seriously. These are awesome and at a decent price, too. The tenders are very large and perfectly breaded. The spiciness matches the heat level you choose--not to little and not too much. No mushy tempura batter here either. And the house dipping sauce was perfectly suited to the tenders. The fries and slaw were great, too. If you like chicken tenders, you won't regret trying Hot Chicken Alley!

Found this great spot on Yelp (of course!), it had almost 500 reviews with a 4.9 rating which is…read moreincredible. Let me tell you, this place lives up to its reputation. You pick the chicken spice level along with whatever sides you like. I got the lite heat due to me being a bit of a weenie, and it was sooo flavorful. The mac and cheese was incredible, I loved the seasoned topping! This spot is a must try.

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The Sandwich Spot

4.7(259 reviews)

6.1 mi

The food here is absolutely fresh, delicious, and there is plenty of variety. Upon ordering I ask…read morefor a recommendation and I ultimately chose their new sandwich the Arizona Rattler. John was very friendly and you can tell has a genuine passion for what he does, and it shows in how he treats his staff. The restaurant is clean, free of dust, trash, and they have music playing. The sandwich bread comes from up Fresno I believe. I had to ask because of how soft the sourdough bread is. They bake the bread to ensure it is fresh and soft. I also opted in for macaroni salad which was surprisingly delicious. The macaroni was firm and the dressing and overall dish was nice and cold. I appreciate a good sandwich that isn't salty, and this Rattler was a perfect balance of bread down to the lettuce and sauce. Surprised this is my first time seeing this place. This is my new "Sandwich Spot" whenever I'm in the area. Thanks!

Employees were very nice. Sandwich was fantastic. The bread tasted very fresh…read more It had a bit much dressing on it for my taste, but it was still very good! They weren't cheap on the ingredients- a fair sandwich shop!

The Grand Canyon on the Dutch crunch rool.

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Baggin's Gourmet Sandwiches - Scottsdale

3.9(85 reviews)

4.1 mi

Now THAT'S what I call a sandwich! My husband and I both ordered the Chicken Club Special which…read morecame with the most spectacular loaded sandwich on delicious bread. My husband is not a sandwich person and he couldn't stop raving about the sandwich. All of the toppings and dressings made it a favorite. The special included chips, a drink and a cookie. Whaaaaat? Yes please! The bonus was the most incredible employees. Table side service at a fast casual restaurant is a plus. The place was packed with dining in customers and take out orders. They fulfilled the orders quickly. Another gem to add to our rotation.

This is the only sandwich place that has made me want to try something different on each visit, in…read morea long time. I first heard about this place from a friend who lives in Tucson but didn't give much thought to it until I actually saw the restaurant a few months ago while I was at another store in the shopping center. After multiple visits, I can conclude that I enjoy more of their cold sandwiches than their grilled/hot ones. My top three picks in no particular order would be the Baggin's club, high Baggin's, and the chicken rojo. All are different in their own way, but what they do have in common is that they are jam packed with ingredients and bursting in flavor. I haven't tried all their soups and sides yet but from what I've tried so far, I would say the tomato basil bisque has been my favorite. It accompanies well with many sandwiches I've had. The only thing I didn't care for much from here were any of the sandwiches with chicken. Their chicken was a bit too dry for my preferences. So far, I've yet to have a bad experience here. The staff are always warm, friendly, and patient. They try to get your orders out in a timely manner, but they do get busy at times. I usually take my food to go but they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options if you want to dine in.

Baggin's Gourmet Sandwiches - Scottsdale - Menu

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The Sicilian Butcher

4.3(3.9k reviews)

1.6 mi

The whole staff is incredible. We live across the street so this place is our go-to when we want…read moregreat food and are too tired to cook. Conner, our bartender, knows us by name and he's phenomenal. When family or friends visit for the first time, walking to Sicilian Butcher has become a tradition! Chef Joey- can we PLEASE get some oysters on the menu? I keep hoping it will happen one day. We love your staff and your restaurant!

I called twice to place a phone order. Each time I was transferred to the bakery (who takes the…read moreorders) and got an answering machine - plus, a message that wasn't even set up. ‍ Really disappointed. I don't feel like the customer is prioritized or they don't have their stuff together...or both.

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Sauted Octopus & Calamari

Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs

A bit pricey on par with Potbelly's and others. Proteins are…read moreok, but not up to Sourdough and Co or even Jimmy Johns. I guess if you are into the weed vibe, good for you. In terms of actual quality and value, its ok.

I'm forgetting the name of what I got but they all are loaded with "stuff". The cold lettuce and…read moremeat maxed with the toasted bun is sooo good! These are NOT skimpy sandwiches which makes it worth the value! This was my first time here and I'm a huge Sammie lover and I'll be back for this again!

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Sourdough & Co

4.0(132 reviews)

6.8 mi

Service is always impeccable and I get exactly what I want. Love coming here because they're quick…read moreand efficient. Great quality meats and sourdough.

First time in and never again, I only ordered soup, minestrone. Worst soup I've ever eaten. I…read morecouldn't tell if it was chili or soup but it had noodles so thinking soup? When I asked, they said it was minestrone "that corporate sent them". There was zero broth, texture was like a thick chili or stew. Disgusting. So basically, they feature soup and it comes to them either frozen or in a package. I could've bought a can of something at the grocery store next door for less than half that price and way better. At $10 a bowl, I asked if they could exchange it for vegetable soup. After 3 of the workers conferred, they allowed the exchange. That soup was better, still not great, but now I'm aware they don't make their soups fresh. My friend got a turkey sandwich. Not a lot of meat and said it was bland. Neither one of us would ever go back. Very disappointing.

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Sasa Restaurant & Sweets

4.9(171 reviews)

0.1 mi

Women-owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

This place is the definition of a hidden gem. From the sidewalk, you'd never guess just how…read morespacious and inviting it is inside--it's the perfect spot for big groups or family gatherings. The decor is absolutely charming and sets a great vibe the moment you step through the door. The Highlight: Desserts First? I'll be honest: the dessert counter is a showstopper. It caught our eyes before we even looked at the menu! It took a lot of willpower not to start with the sweets, but it definitely gave us something to look forward to at the end of the meal. The Spread We sampled a variety of dishes, and there wasn't a single miss: Baba Ghanouj: A total "must-get." It was incredibly fresh and perfectly smoky. Falafel Salad: The falafel was impressively crispy--easily a table favorite. Beef Shawarma Wrap: Do yourself a favor and get this with the fries. The fries were golden and rounded out the wrap perfectly. #15 Chicken Tikka Plate: A very generous portion size and packed with flavor. Delicious! The Grand Finale: Baklava At $14.99/lb, the baklava selection is massive. We had a hard time choosing, but the "nest" variety was the standout winner. I'm already planning my next visit. If you're in the area and want authentic flavors in a beautiful, roomy setting, don't walk--run! Can't wait to go back. Go support this small family business! :D

Really bad customer service :(…read more I came to pick up my order at the agreed upon time, only to find the restaurant doors closed (this was despite a sign hanging outside saying they were open until 8pm, my order pick up time that was happening then, or the multiple people inside). There were people inside, both waitresses and men seated at the table, who saw me at the door but ignored my knocking for a long time. Then one of the men gawking at me from inside came up and (still not opening the door) said "we're closed". I said I had an order to pick up, and I was still left locked out until the waitresses served the men, and only then one finally approached the door and let me in. It was very unpleasant being left locked out for a long time and having the men gawking at me and ignoring me at the door with my confirmed order. Food tasted so so. And there was another woman who came around the same time as me who was treated similarly poorly. We were very disappointed.

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Tomatos in olive oil and spices, Kibbeh, French fries, eggplants, Turshi, salad and greens, Iraqi Samoon bread.

Baghdad tray + Dolma Tomatos in olive oil and spices, Kibbeh, French fries, eggplants, Turshi, salad and greens, Iraqi Samoon bread.

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Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop

3.6(109 reviews)

4.7 mi

Mr. Pickle's Sandwich Shop never disappoints. The sandwiches are made fresh, the ingredients taste…read morehigh quality, and the portions are generous. Everything is flavorful, from the meats and cheeses to the crisp vegetables and fresh bread. The staff is welcoming, the restaurant is clean, and the service is fast and friendly. It's a great place for a quick lunch or a satisfying meal, and the consistent quality keeps me coming back. Highly recommend Checking them out if you have not already. I ordered The Mr. Pickle sandwich on their crunch bread (so so soooo good!) I added cream cheese to mine and took out the avocado and did the works, this was such a yummy sandwich! My man got the hang loose and he absolutely loved it!

Surprised with how good my sandwich was considering the lower Yelp reviews! I stopped by to grab a…read moresandwich to go, the service was quick and the inside was very clean.

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Nikki G.

7 years ago

I honestly am not sure what just happened. Donuts are great. Just don't try ordering anything except boba tea or donuts...they will get all sorts of confused and it doesn't help that their menu is completely wrong and they have no clue what to do about that... ‍ Tried ordering a coffee I saw on their menu while I waited for a friend and they looked at me like I was speaking an alien language. They just kept pointing to the boba tea menu saying that's what they had. When I finally convinced them I didn't want boba tea, they tried to charge me $5 for what their menu said was a $1.99 cup of coffee. When questioned, they said they were "told to charge" the other price. I had to point to the menu and literally read it out loud to her to explain that she was charging me too much. read more

Sandra V.

3 years ago

My husband just stop by this morning May 20 and there is a new lady so rude this never happened before is my husband favorite place I hope she be nicer next time we all have bad days but you don't have to take it to work and not so early 6 am if you don't like you job there is plenty of jobs out there ! Just be kind ! I work with people to and I know is hard but she needs to Melo out!!!! Her name is Maria !! read more

Buster C.

11 years ago

My girlfriend and I go to this location all the time, and they're always very kind and patient. The donuts are among the best I've ever had, and the sandwiches and burritos are supreme, as well. Will be a customer of this location for a very long time, and I'll be reccommending it to everyone that wants good service and a great donut, too. read more

John T.

12 years ago

BEST DONUTS! ANYWHERE! EVER! I love this little place. Always friendly, sadly they don't always have the one I want (guess it is a good one and popular too!) Never feel nasty after eating these, like I do when I eat DD. Not greasy, Light and always fresh! Try it, you'll like it! read more

Phiravy R.

10 months ago

A very good location to hang out , quick service no waiting time , I alway get a breakfast burrito, the new owner husband and wife she very friendly, love this place . read more

Sam R.

9 years ago

First time at the Rainbow Donuts Cafe and Deli, The Donuts was the best i have had another donuts store, Everyone is fretted with a smile, The donuts are fresh. read more

Isaac H.

10 years ago

This place is awesome. The owners are very nice and always so polite. I would recommend it to anyone! The croissant sandwiches are awesome too! read more

John D.

14 years ago

The doughnuts here are so fresh and so good! My kids love it! Better than other locations.

F M.

8 years ago

I'm so lucky to live nearby this gem. Best donuts in Arizona. Such friendly service too.

Big J.

7 years ago

Great donuts. Perhaps a bit pricey for their size, but still great.

Fiona G.

14 years ago

The best around. Beats " usual" donut & coffee places hands down.

Joyce F.

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5 years ago

friendly staff and prices reasonable. tasty and lots of choices.

Wade H.

11 years ago

None Better. You can't go wrong with any choice.

Yelp L.

8 years ago

Speedy service, fresh products, decent pricing

Alex S.

10 years ago

The staff is amazing and the donuts are great.

Becky B.

11 years ago

Love their donuts and the people are so nice

S A C.

14 years ago

No more dinner hours! :(

J O.

11 years ago

Always a treat!

Kyla S.

14 years ago

So Good!

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